Synthesis and deformation mechanics of gradient nanostructured materials
Qingsong Pan, Lei Lu
Abstract
The emerging gradient nanostructured metals and alloys containing spatially graded structural components with large variations in length scale and/or mechanical properties exhibit unprecedented mechanical performance. This perspective delineates the basic structural features of gradient nanostructures, i.e., structural components and spatial gradients, as well as related synthesis methods, excellent tensile properties, and novel deformation mechanisms. The challenges and prospect for the development of gradient nanostructured materials in the future are also addressed.
Topics & Concepts
Materials scienceDeformation (meteorology)MechanicsComposite materialClassical mechanicsPhysicsSurface Treatment and Residual StressMicrostructure and mechanical propertiesBoron and Carbon Nanomaterials Research